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irritated

adj.
US //ˈɪɹəˌteɪtəd// UK //ˈɪɹɪtˌeɪtɪd// ir·ri·tat·ed
  1. 1 annoyed (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    feeling slightly angry or impatient because of something or someone.

    experiencing a state of mild anger, impatience, or annoyance. Often used with the prepositions 'by', 'at', or 'with'.

    Example

    He became irritated when the train was delayed for the third time this week.

    Example

    The manager grew increasingly irritated by the constant interruptions during the board meeting, eventually asking everyone to silence their phones.

    Usage

    Commonly follows 'feel', 'become', or 'get'.

    Pitfall
    I was very irritating with the loud music.
    I was very irritated by the loud music.

    Use 'irritated' to describe how you feel; use 'irritating' to describe the thing that causes the feeling.

  2. 2 sore or inflamed (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Medicine

    when a part of your body is red, sore, or painful.

    describing a body part or tissue that is inflamed, sensitive, or painful due to physical friction or chemical exposure.

    Example

    Her eyes were red and irritated after spending all day swimming in the pool.

    Example

    The patient reported that his skin became irritated and itchy shortly after he started using the new laundry detergent.

    Usage

    Often used to describe skin, eyes, or the throat.

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